Day Three: Mexico
From: Dandelion Snailrider To: Mr. A-- Subject: Day Three: Unnecessarily Soggy Date: December 12, 2002 Dear Mr. A--,
--- Mr. A-- wrote: > Well....
That is an excellent suggestion! Unfortunately, I was quite unable to find any wells at all in Saudi Arabia, so I had to pack up my water and my food and all of my gear and head out. I do wish my snail would pick up the pace! Snails, as you know, are very happy to take their time while traveling, sniffing and nibbling at each flower they pass, and if one is lucky one's snail will make it a mile or two a day, at best. So I'm afraid that I was able to travel no further away from Saudi Arabia than Mexico. Needless to say, we were both quite happy to see all of the water in the bay! I have attached a photograph of myself and my snail swimming through the water to our next destination: Guadalajara. This picture was taken by a friendly tourist shortly after we fell off the raft. My, it's been an exciting trip! I have encountered no other gnomes on my travels, but there has certainly been no shortage of friendly people! From Mad Habib to El Senor Mas Loco Que Usted, we have met many who have been willing to help out and give us a hand when we need one. Today we went to a petting zoo and hand fed a friendly chupacabra. Finding an internet connection here has been most difficult. Fortunately, I found another raft with a complete hookup, and so I can write this message to you. Well, I must be off. Much to see and do before I "speed" away! Ha ha! Keep the haggis warm for me and save me a sunny spot on your lawn. Your obedient and respectful servant, Dandelion Snailrider P. S. It occurs to me that perhaps my snail might be more expeditious in my travels if he had a name. I am unable to think of one, but perhaps you could suggest one? -DS